If staying in Singapore for a weekend getaway no longer interests you, it’s time to head to Johor Bahru. The vibrant multicultural city that shares its borders with Singapore has evolved tremendously as a strong contender to the charming appeal of historic cities like Penang and Melaka.
Don’t get us wrong; JB is not just about the Johor Premium Outlets, Legoland or Hello Kitty Town. Beyond its commercial development lies a rustic charm that is unique to the state capital. Much of the attractions and history of Johor Bahru can be found in the southernmost part of JB, closest to the Customs, Immigration, and Quarantine Complex (CQI) and DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel JB. One of the most important areas to visit is Jalan Trus where you will see the multicultural nature of Johor Bahru that the street epitomises. Visit the Johor Chinese Ancient Temple, Gurdwara Sikh Temple and the Arulmigu Rajamariamman Devasthanam Temple which are all located along the same road. With all the key attractions being in Johor Bahru City, park yourself strategically here to enjoy the best of old and new JB.
Things to do in Johor Bahru
Stay at DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Johor Bahru
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DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Johor Bahru is one of the first premium hotels to open in JB in 2014. It is only an 11-minute walk away from JB Sentral train station, making it a great choice for travellers who want to be within the city centre and for visitors from across the Causeway. The four-star property boasts a majestic grand lobby with The Food Store on the side selling hot beverages, juices, small bites and some souvenirs. Also on the ground floor is Makan Kitchen where you can find an eclectic mix of local cuisines prepared in live and interactive kitchens. This all-day dining is the best place to enjoy Johor’s famous kacang pool and roti arab (a bean and beef mince stew also known as foul medammas, served with toasted thick white toast with ghee).
Spend your evening at the poolside area outside Tosca, the hotel’s Italian Trattoria. Enjoy the stunning views overlooking the Straits of Johor with a glass of white wine and freshly-made pizzas if you’re feeling peckish before dinner. If you’re in the mood to dine in, start at the cheese room for an assortment of cheeses including a fondue version served alongside nuts, dried fruits and crackers.
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There are 333 guestrooms including 22 apartment-style suites for larger families and groups. The rooms are designed in a contemporary style decked in warm neutral hues as well as a luxuriously comfortable bed to boot. Upon check-in, you’ll be welcomed with a warm chocolate chip cookie with your name on it – a tradition at all DoubleTree hotels.
Head over to the Heritage Zone
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Go ahead and ask any local how they entertain visitors and the answer will centre around food. There are plenty of small restaurants and hipster cafes around the Chinese Heritage Area (Jalan Tan Hiok Nee) offering everything from coffee and cakes to a plethora of street food.
Also nearby is Restoran Hua Mui where you can find the best Hainanese chicken chop JB has to offer. Leave some space for the famous banana cake from the century-old Hiap Joo Bakeryand freshly-made bread and pastries from Salahuddin Bakery. While you’re at it, buy some extras as gifts or for snacking on the way home.
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Traditionalists will enjoy local Chinese and Malay food at 56-year-old Restoran Kin Hua with its selection of mee rebus, nasi lemak, roti bakar, Yong tau foo and more. A must-try at this halal restaurant is the hand-pulled Hainanese coffee, made by the second-generation Kopitiam owner.
Hop over to Drums Café for a good mix of Malaysian food like laksa, nasi lemak, chicken rice and Nyonya desserts. The interiors are decorated with drums hanging from the ceiling and a feature wall made of drumsticks. If you’re lucky, you’ll meet the owner, Tan Chai Puan who is the co-founder of 24 Festive Drums, which is now recognised as a Malaysian National Cultural Heritage. Learn everything about this art form and check out the different drums on display – there are also occasional live drum performances in the café.
If you have some spare time, walk around Jalan Tan Hiok Nee to check out some artsy clothing stores including Bev C where you can find pieces from select local designer brands such as Biji-Biji, Cassey Gan and KOZO/JTNC by Justin Chew, Jimmy Lim and Anaya. The space doubles up as a quaint cafe as well.
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Travellers can also head over to the Chinese Heritage Museum (it’s only a minute’s walk from the Chinese Heritage Area) to learn about the history of the Chinese community in Johor. Before leaving, pick up a map to help guide you as you walk around the heritage zone.
Night scene and bar hopping
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JB’s night scene doesn’t only comprise KTVs and late-night food stalls. Check out some of the latest speakeasy bars in JB for a drink or two – some of their concoctions rival the best ones you find in KL.
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Head over to Haiiro Usagi in Taman Maju Jaya; it’s just 10 minutes away from DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel JB. Observe closely when you’re nearby because this bar has no signage. The interiors are minimalistic with catchy neon lights accentuating different parts of the bar. Enjoy a good selection of wines and cocktails with its dumplings and Japanese skewers.
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If you’re thinking of a second round, hop over toT15 Bar(a 5-minute drive). You’ll be able to find an extensive selection of spirits from Japanese whiskies to limited edition gins – have them neat or in your favourite cocktails. Have a go at the Kinmen kaoliang four-ways – a type of baijiu that is served in four interesting ways; with lemon, warm water, plum and also neat.
DoubleTree by Hilton JB is just 10 minutes away from the Causeway checkpoint and 30 minutes from Senai International Airport by car. It’s best to have a car to drive yourself around the city; otherwise Grab is just a click away.
Hero Image Credit: Courtesy of Shutterstock; Feature Image Credit: Booking.comThis story first appeared on Lifestyle Asia Singapore.
All packed up to go for a dive or you’ve always wanted to get a diving license but doesn’t know where to go?
Tioman Island is the next destination in your to-dive list!
Listed as one of the most beautiful islands in the world, it is best known for its famous scuba diving spots filled with sponges, sea corals and shipwrecks.
Here, we’ve provided the complete guide to diving in Tioman Island that you definitely do not want to miss.
Pack your bags and get ready to dive!
Tioman Diving Season
So, now you know one of the best islands to dive but do you know the suitable season for a dive?
Tioman Island, like the rest of Malaysia is a tropical country with low humidity, hot weather and occasional rainfall throughout the rest of the year. It is best to ensure the right season to dive.
1. November till February
Monsoon Season.
It brings strong waves and unusually high tides during those time.
Diving is not allowed.
2. March till October
Dry Season
The warm water in the seas brings out the richness of the marine life.
Possible to dive
3. Mid March till May and September till Mid October
Below is the map of the common dive sites around Tioman Island. This will give you some information of the whereabouts of the dive site and help to plan your trip effortlessly.
5 Best Dive Sites Around Tioman
Do you yearn to be surrounded by beautiful coral reefs and a wide variety of fish?
With so many dive sites for divers to choose from, catering to each interest; from macro diving to wreck explorations for advanced divers- you’ll be spoilt for choice! Do not miss out the best activities to do in Tioman Island!
So, you’re not sure which dive sites you should explore? Here’s what you must not miss with 5 best dive sites in Tioman, just for you!
No divers should ever miss this because it has the most impressive reefs in the area.
It is home to an abundance of beautiful hard corals, soft corals, sea fans, sea sponges and small critters attracting thousands of fishes that macro divers will fall in love.
2. Renggis Island
One of the top famous dive site and it can get really crowded. A magnificent array of beautiful corals hard and soft- surround the reefs, in a symbiotic relationship with the aquatic life (moray eel, angel fish, puffer fish and sting ray).
Also, you may spot some sea turtles and black tip reef sharks. This site is usually used for training dives and night dives due to its rather low depths.
3. Chebeh Island
Another one of the fantastic dive site, suitable for all levels of divers, the formation of rocks and underwater scenery will leave you in awe.
Home to a school of barracudas and trevallies and some sightings of manta ray and whale shark during the migration season (around April and October).
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4. Labas Island
This site has many wondrous caverns around, thus depicting a piece of Swiss cheese- like a maze, one can swim through the deep trough or glide along with the dense corals.
As you go deeper into the site, you may spot turtles, sharks and angel fish.
5. Sawadee Wrecks
A former Malaysian Navy Warship was sunken in 2012 to create an artificial reef alongside two old fishing vessels (Sawadee Wreck), home to families of lionfish, pufferfish and also a tiny octopus.
This dive site is more suited for advanced and leisure divers, where the large openings allow divers to enter and explore the wreck from the stern to bow.
So, remember this best dive sites so you won’t miss any of the spectacular views underwater.
4 Best Dive Centre In Tioman
Are you eager to jump into the sea now after getting to know the beautiful dive sites?
Wait… you’ll need scuba tanks, scuba mask, a diving suit and a license! Where to get all this stuff, you may ask?
Here it is, the 4 best dive center that provides all your necessary diving equipment that is readily available- hassle-free!
1. Amigo Dive Centre Juara Tioman
The only 5 star PADI dive center located at the east side of Tioman Island.
Price Starting From: You can check the prices on official Facebook page. You may contact them directly to get a better price list.
Dive Centre Highlights:
The only dive operator on the east side of the island.
The less explored dive sites are suitable for macro divers.
The dive sites ranged from shore, rocky slope, sandy slope and submerged reef.
PADI Discover Scuba, a course for ‘Introduction to Scuba Diving’.
PADI Recreational Dive courses; Open Water, Advance Open Water, and Rescue Diver.
PADI Specialty courses; Altitude Diver, Night Diver, Underwater Photographer, Enriched Air Diver, Search and Recovery Diver
PADI Professional courses; Divemaster, Instructor Development, Rescue Diver, Master Instructor.
Has inbound and outbound dive tours
Provide snorkelling trips.
Amigo Dive Centre Juara Tioman
Location: Kediaman 1, Kampung Juara, Pulau Tioman, 86800 Mersing, Johor, Malaysia
Contact: +6014-612 2032
Email: [email protected] Facebook
2. B&J Dive Centre
The oldest dive centre in Tioman Island and provides technical wreck diving.
Provide dive course packages that include accommodation.
Provide a list of accommodation and able to assist in booking for you.
In Air Batang
Tioman Dive Resort (own accommodation)
Tioman House Bungalows
Cozy Inn
Fiqthya Chalets
In Salang Bay
Salang Pusaka Resort
Salang Indah Resort
-> Offer PADI courses, Children Scuba Diving, Fun Dive, Tec Diving Courses, PADI Professional Courses, and CCR Rebreather Course. -> Exploring the wrecks around Tioman Island in deep water between 55m and 69m depth.
HMS Repulse
HMS Prince of Wales
Submarine 016
Submarine KXVII
HMS Banka Minesweeper
MV Seven Skies Supertanker
Aur Tanker
B&J Dive Centre
Location: Kampung Air Batang (ABC) and Jeti Kampung Salang, Pulau Tioman, 86800 Mersing, Johor, Malaysia
Contact: +609-419 1218 (ABC) / +609-419 5555 (Salang)
Email: [email protected] Facebook
3. Tioman Dive Centre
A renowned diving centre that not only offers a full range of diving course but also leisure diving.
Price Starting From: You may direct contact them via contact below to get the exact price.
Dive Centre Highlights:
Offers a full range of diving courses.
Offers 20 spectacular dive sites for leisure diving.
PADI Bubblemaker designed for young children aged between 8-9 years old.
PADI Discover Scuba designed for beginner divers and to experience diving.
PADI Scuba Diver course, an alternative to Open Water Course if you’re short on time.
PADI Recreational Dive courses; Open Water, Advanced Open Water, and Rescue Diver.
PADI Professional courses; Divemaster
Provide a list of accommodation options but you will need to book them by yourself.
Swiss Cottage Resort
Cheers Chalet
Tioman Cabana
Coral Reef Resort
Babura SeaView Resort
Persona Island Resort
The Berjaya Resort
Tioman Dive Centre
Location: Kampung Salang, Pulau Tioman Island, 86800 Mersing, Johor, Malaysia
Contact: +6013-886 2978
Email: [email protected] Facebook
4. Bayu Dive Centre
A youthful dive centre that features a look at the Snake Eels (Ophichthidae) in their natural habitat.
Provides leisure dives that includes; shore, boat and night dive.
There’s a range of PADI courses to choose from: Discover Scuba, Open Water Scuba, Advanced Open Water, Rescue Diver and Emergency First Response and last but not the least, Divemaster.
Get the chance to admire snake eels during one of the shore dives.
Offers course packages that includes accommodation so you don’t need the hassle to find on your own.
When you book one of the packages, it includes ferry return trip from either Tanjung Gemuk or Mersing Jetty to Kampung Genting Jetty (excludes Marine Park tax).
Bayu Dive Centre
Location: Genting Bayu Chalet, Kampung Genting, Pulau Tioman, 26800 Kuala Rompin, Malaysia
Contact: +6014-756 0092
Email: [email protected] Facebook
Tioman Diving Course Package
Do not know which diving course is suitable for you? PADI, the world’s largest recreational diving and dive training organization provide a wide range of courses from beginner to instructor level.
Here we have enlisted a few courses that cater to suit different requirements.
At the same time, PADI includes dive courses for those who wished to take a step further to become an instructor or work as a career.
The price of a divemaster course is range about MYR 3,500. You may contact the dive center directly for further inquiry on other professional dive courses.
PADI Professional Dive Courses:
PADI Master Scuba Diver
PADI Instructor Development Course
PADI Open Water Scuba Instructor
PADI Specialty Instructor
For the bold and adventurous, and ready to discover wrecks lying at the bottom of the sea. Here are some special diving courses for you.
Some courses require you to acquire certain skills and certificates.
For example, the Rescue Diver Course requires you to have the skillset and certificate in both; Advanced Open Water Diver and Emergency First Response.
You may contact the dive centre for further information on the type of course that interests you.
The island may be a stone throw away but you definitely can’t swim all the way there! Getting to the island itself still requires a ferry or a speedboat.
There are two jetties in Mersing that travels to Tioman Island; Tanjung Gemok Jetty and Mersing Jetty, but the journey from Singapore to the jetty has many different options which we’ve opted for your convenience.
1. Private Car From Singapore To Mersing Jetty
Hiring private car / taxi from Singapore to Mersing has been one of the best travelling options. Everything that may be inconvenient is well taken care of by the private car company. Your safety and comfort are guaranteed by them.
Advantage of Using Private Car Service:
Direct transfer services between Singapore and Mersing Jetty
Hassle-free, without the need to get down from the car at immigration
Pick-up at any preferred time, date & location in Singapore and drop-off at Mersing Jetty
Non-sharing rides
Experienced, friendly drivers & punctual and keep on track with customer’s schedule
Drivers familiar with local traffic conditions and alternative road
Vehicle thoroughly checked before travelling
Comfortable, spacious with ample legroom
No additional or hidden cost
Families travelling with younger children or elderly
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2. Bus From Singapore To Tioman Island (via Tanjung Gemok Jetty)
If you’re travelling on a budget, there are other options that don’t burn a hole in your pocket and are equally comfortable too.
Here, 3 operators that schedule coaches to Tanjung Gemok Jetty from Singapore.
We highly advise alighting at Tanjung Gemok Jetty because it has more stable ferry schedule compared to Mersing Jetty and they’re only 40 minutes apart.
The time taken to travel doesn’t differ much from self-driving and you should be able to arrive at your destination within 4 hours from Singapore.
No matter which bus/coach you pick, you’re advised to arrive at the bus/coach departure station at least 30 minutes before the departure time. Similarly, for return trip too!
Step 1: Take Bus From Singapore To Tanjung Gemok Jetty
2.1 KKKL Singapore
Singapore To Tanjung Gemok Jetty Bus Schedule & Ticket Price
Departure Location
Departure Time
Ticket Price
Kovan Hub 206
Daily 6:00am
SGD$39/pax
Bugis MRT Exit D
Daily 6:30am
SGD$39/pax
2.2 Diamond Coach Singapore
Singapore To Tanjung Gemok Jetty Bus Schedule & Ticket Price
Departure Location
Departure Time
Ticket Price
The Plaza Singapore
5:45am
Monday
Wednesday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
SGD$39/pax
Novena Square Singapore
6:00am
Monday
Wednesday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
SGD$39/pax
Serangoon Nex MRT Station Exit E
6:20am
Monday
Wednesday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
SGD$39/pax
Woodlands Singapore
6:45am
Monday
Wednesday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
SGD$39/pax
Step 2: Take Ferry From Tanjung Gemok Jetty To Tioman Island
Once you’ve arrived at Tanjung Gemok Jetty, you will need to take a ferry to Tioman Island.
Now only BlueWater ferry operator operate from Tanjung Gemok Jetty to Tioman Island.
Book your ticket in advance to avoid any frustration. You may book it online to secure your tickets. Check the Tioman ferry schedule to plan your itinerary and ensure you have a smooth journey.
3. Bus From Singapore To Tioman Island (via Mersing Jetty)
Another popular option for travellers to travel from Singapore to Mersing is by bus. These buses provide more timeslot, especially for those who prefer to travel at night.
The night schedule is suitable for those who wish to catch the first ferry the next morning, but you’ll need to stay one night in Mersing.
There are 2 operators that schedule buses to Mersing Jetty or Mersing Bus Terminal from Singapore.
Step 1: Take Bus From Singapore To Mersing Jetty
3.1 KKKL Singapore
Singapore To Mersing Jetty Bus Schedule & Ticket Price
Departure Location
Departure Time
Ticket Price
Kovan Hub 206
Daily 6:00am
SGD$39/pax
Bugis MRT Exit D
Daily 6:30am
SGD$39/pax
Katong V Mall
Daily 10:30pm
SGD$39/pax
Singapore To Mersing Bus Terminal Bus Schedule & Ticket Price
Departure Location
Departure Time
Ticket Price
Kovan Hub 206
Daily 10:00pm
SGD$39/pax
Katong V Mall
Daily 10:30pm
SGD$39/pax
Note: 6 mins walk to Mersing Jetty from Mersing Bus Terminal
3.2 Diamond Coach Singapore
Singapore To Mersing Jetty Bus Schedule & Ticket Price
Departure Location
Departure Time
Ticket Price
The Plaza Singapore
5:45am
Monday
Wednesday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
SGD$39/pax
Novena Square Singapore
6:00am
Monday
Wednesday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
SGD$39/pax
Serangoon Nex MRT Station Exit E
6:20am
Monday
Wednesday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
SGD$39/pax
Woodlands Singapore
6:45am
Monday
Wednesday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
SGD$39/pax
With so many online booking sites, you can get yourself a preferred seat (aisle, window, single seat) and avoid any disappointment. You may book them in advance at the various sites; redbus, catchthatbus, myexpressbus, easybook and busonlineticket.
Step 2: Take Ferry From Mersing Jetty To Tioman Island
When you arrive at Mersing Jetty, you’ll come across a Bluewater Express ferry or Cataferry that will bring you to Tioman Island.
If you prefer to drive to Tanjung Gemok Jetty or Mersing Jetty yourself, the journey is pretty straight forward.
The time taken to travel from Singapore to the jetty takes an average 3.5- 4 hours, depending on the traffic conditions, time and season.
You can either drive your own car from Singapore or rent a car from Malaysia. Although, it can be strenuous to drive long hours and requires you to pay the parking fee and petrol, but driving is leisure (to some).
From Singapore, you’ll head over to Woodlands and cross the immigration. Once you’ve cross the border and entered Johor, use the EDL highway instead of Jalan Tebrau so as to avoid any traffic congestion.
From here on, look out for the direction that leads to Kota Tinggi and then to Mersing. Follow that direction and you’ll soon see the signs directing you to Tanjung Gemok. Once you’ve reached Tanjung Gemok, you’ll be able to find the signs leading you to the jetty.
After a few minutes, you’ll find an open space carpark at the jetty where you can park for MYR10 per day.
Route: Singapore –> Woodlands Causeway –> Johor Bahru –> Kota Tinggi –> Mersing –> Tanjung Gemok –> Tanjung Gemok Jetty.
Always plan your diving trip few weeks before arriving in Tioman because the dive centres need to make all the necessary arrangements to appoint a dive master for you, hence planning everything beforehand is vital.
Enquire for more information, the friendly crew of each dive centres are always ready to assist. Speak to them over the phone or via email if you’re unsure which dive course you’re able to take.
It is better to book a full board package such as ready-made packages that include lodgings.
Some dive centres provide a list of accommodations that are within easy reach of the centre itself.
If you’re wearing glasses, it is best to have a special goggle with prescription lenses so you can have a clear vision of the underwater world. Unfortunately, not every dive centres in Tioman have it, hence is easier to purchase it at a dive shop in the mainland before heading to Tioman.
The availability of ATM are scarce and credit cards can only be used in certain areas. Instead, cash is widely used in the island, so make sure to prepare enough cash in MYR currency.
If you’re not used to the movement of the boats when it crashes into the waves- seasick- you can inform the dive instructor and they will provide some anti-motion sickness pills. However, please notify the instructor if you have any allergy.
Tioman is a duty-free zone where tobacco, alcohol and chocolates are much cheaper than mainland.
Planning to go to Johor Premium Outlet from Singapore soon?
And don’t know what transport available from Singapore to JPO?
No worry as there are 3 simple way to get to JPO from Singapore.
You’ll be pleased to know that getting from Singapore to Johor Premium Outlet is now easier than ever.
Keep reading to find out more about the transport options listed below.
How To Go To Johor Premium Outlet (JPO) From Singapore
Option 1: Private Car From Singapore To Johor Premium Outlet
SGMYTAXI provides 7 to 10-Seater MPV Taxi services from Singapore to JB or to Johor Premiums Outlets. Experienced drivers will pick you up from any location in Singapore and bring you directly to Johor Premium Outlets.
This mode of transportation is very popular for tourists because it provides an extremely comfortable ride. You can’t get this level of comfort and security with a public bus or a standard taxi service.
a.) One of the biggest benefits is that passengers don’t have to leave the vehicle when it stops at Singapore – Malaysia Checkpoints for immigration clearances or inspections. All you have to do is give the driver your identification (passport) and he’ll handle the rest.
b.) The private car or private taxi can pick you up from your house, from Singapore Changi International Airport, from a hotel or any point in Singapore. This means that you can save yourself a lot of time and trouble. We all know that getting to the airport can be a chore, so why not make it easier?
c.) Plus, the private taxi is a great choice for those with young children or elderly family members who really do need all the comfort that they can get. It is also suitable for group bookings. These vehicles are spacious and can accommodate small to large sized groups.
d.) There are 3 types of MPV you can choose: Toyota Innova (7-seaters), Toyota Alphard (7-seaters) or Hyundai Starex (10-seaters). The type that you need will depend on the number of passengers and luggage.
Private car from Singapore to JPO costs you SGD110/vehicle for one way (include toll fee/checkpoint entry fee). The rate will vary depending on the vehicle you choose.
Either way, it is an affordable deal that will provide you with a simple solution for travel. Book your taxi now!
There will still be plenty of space to stretch out in as you make the long trip to Johor.
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You’re guaranteed to have a safe and secure journey from Singapore to the Johor Premium Outlet (JPO).
Travel Time from Singapore to Johor Premium Outlets (JPO)
Depending on traffic conditions, the typical journey from Singapore to Johor Premium Outlets (JPO) can take between 1.5 to 2 hours.
Option 2: Bus From Singapore To Johor Premium Outlet
If you are on a budget or just don’t want to spend a lot of cash on a private taxi or people travelling below 4 persons, you might want to consider catching the public bus. It is not as fast as a private taxi, but it is still fairly efficient and it will get you where you need to be.
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The major downside is that, when travelling across borders and checkpoints, the journey will be disrupted for inspections. You will be expected to get off from the public bus twice and queue in very long lines (during peak period) for immigration clearance.
Besides that, you’ll also be asked to bring any bags that you have with you, when you get on and off the public bus. Moreover, you may need to spend 30 minutes to 2 hours to get your passport stamp but depend on the number of people across the Singapore-Malaysia border of the day.
However, if you don’t mind this small disruption, the public bus is a great option. It is cheap and practical. There are two main bus routes that you could take.
Bus Route 1: Bus from Singapore to Johor Premium Outlets (via Woodlands Causeway)
Step 1: Bus From Singapore To JB CIQ – Bus CW1,CW2, CW5, 160, 170, 170X, 950, TS1, TS8, SJE
It is the most popular bus route from Singapore to JPO. There are lots of buses running along this route. So, you shouldn’t have any trouble catching the bus. You need to catch bus no. from any of the following:
CW1(from Kranji MRT Station),
CW2 (from Queen Street Terminal),
CW5 (from Newton Circus),
160 (from Jurong East Interchange),
170 (from Queen Street Terminal),
170X (from Kranji MRT Station),
950 (from Woodlands Temporary Bus Interchange),
TS1 (from Singapore Changi Airport),
TS8 (from Resort World Sentosa),
SJE (from Queen Street)
Singapore to JB CIQ Bus Schedule
1. Causeway Link Bus
Bus No.: CW1
Bus Schedule: Daily from 4:30am and ends at 11:30pm. It arrives every 15-30 minutes.
Bus No.: CW2
Bus Schedule: Daily from 6:00am and ends at 11:45pm. It arrives every 15-30 minutes.
Bus No.: CW5
Bus Schedule: Daily from 6:00am and ends at 11:30pm. It arrives every 15-30 minutes.
2. SBS Transit Bus
Bus No.: 160
Bus Schedule: Daily from 5:30am and ends at 12:00am. It arrives every 8-17 minutes.
Bus No.: 170
Bus Schedule: Daily from 5:20am and ends at 12:10am. It arrives every 11-16 minutes.
Bus No.: 170X
Bus Schedule: Daily from 5:36am and ends at 11:30pm (on Saturdays until 12:00am). It arrives every 5-13 minutes.
3. SMRT Bus
Bus No.: 950
Bus Schedule: Daily from 5:30am and ends at 11:30pm. It arrives every 9-13 minutes.
4. Transtar Bus
Bus No.: TS1
Bus Schedule: Daily from 8:15am and ends at 11:15pm. It arrives every 1 hour.
Bus No.: TS8
Bus Schedule: Daily from 9:00am and ends at 12:15am. It arrives every 1 hour.
5. SJE Bus
Bus Schedule: Daily from 6:30am and ends at 12:00am. It arrives every 7-30 minutes.
Tips, Tricks, Feedback One thing to remember is your ticket, especially when you get on and off for checks and inspections. If you can’t produce your ticket every time that you get back on the vehicle, you may be denied entry or asked to pay again. There are two checkpoint stops along this route.
Step 2: Bus from JB Sentral to Johor Premium Outlets (JPO) – Bus JPO1
Once you have passed the second checkpoint and alighted at JB Sentral, you need to head to the train station. Here, you’ll find the JPO1 bus.
This is the second bus on this route and you’ll need to buy a separate ticket for it. It will take you directly to the Johor Premium Outlet. This is the eleventh (and final) stop, so it is hard to miss.
Bus schedule for JPO1
From JB Sentral to JPO: 9:00am, 11:45am, 2:20pm, 5:10pm and 8:00pm.
From JPO to JB Sentral: 10:15am, 1:00pm, 3:45pm, 6:30pm and 9:00pm.
Ticket costs RM4.50 for one way.
Tips, Tricks, Feedback The JPO1 arrives only once every 2.5 to 3 hours, so it is essential that you plan this trip carefully, particularly if you want to avoid lengthy waiting times.
Bus Route 2: Bus from Singapore to Johor Premium Outlets (via Tuas Second Link)
Alternatively, you could take bus from Singapore to JPO via Tuas Second Link. It is a good option for some, but do remember that it is less well travelled than the other route. This means that there aren’t as many buses and they can take longer to arrive.
Step 1: Bus from Singapore to Gelang Patah CIQ 2nd Link Complex – Bus CW3 & CW4
From Singapore Central, you need to head to the Jurong East Bus Interchange. This is right next door to MRT rail station. Find and board either the CW3 or CW4 bus to the Tuas checkpoint. Once again, you’ll be expected to get off twice from the bus and complete an identification check when you get there.
Singapore to Tuas Checkpoint Bus Schedule
The CW3 starts at 7:10am (weekends from 7:30am) and ends at 11:45pm. It arrives every10-30 minutes.
The CW4 starts at 7:30am and ends at 7:20pm. It arrives every 30 minutes.
Step 2: Bus from Gelang Patah CIQ 2nd Link Complex to Johor Premium Outlets (JPO) – Bus JPO2
Once you’ve passed the Second Link Checkpoint, you’ll be set down at Johor CIQ 2nd link. After this, buy a ticket for the JPO2 bus. It costs a round RM6. This will take you directly to the JPO. Interestingly, while this route can be a little fussy, from time to time, many tourists consider it to be the most comfortable and enjoyable.
The JPO2 starts at 8:30am and ends at 5:30pm.
Bus schedule from CIQ 2nd Link Complex to JPO is 8:30am, 11:30am, 2:30pm, and 5:30pm.
Ticket costs RM6.00 for one way.
Tips, Tricks, Feedback The JPO2 bus starts at 8:30am and ends at 5:30pm. It arrives every 3 hours, so plan your trip carefully. Otherwise, you have to wait a long time for the next bus to coming to fetch you to JPO.
Option 3: Taxi From Singapore To Johor Premium Outlet (JPO)
It is important to point out that only authorised taxi cabs are allowed to take passengers into Malaysia. They must have a special license to be able to do this. So, when planning your journey, make sure that you are aware of the difference and know how to catch a special cab.
You will find the authorised taxis at Ban San Street Taxi Terminal. It is located next door to the Queen Street Bus Terminal. Here, the Singapore and Malaysian Taxis are docked and they can take you to JPO. They are happy to make stop offs and add extra destinations, but there will be additional charges.
Once again, one of the advantages of using a taxi, over a public bus, is the fact that passengers don’t have to get out at Singapore and Malaysia Immigration and Checkpoint. You can just hand your passport to the driver and he’ll give it to the officials.
The cost of a public taxi from Singapore to JPO is around SGD$90. The maximum passengers allow per car is 4 people include 2 to 3 luggage.
The journey typically may take around 90 to 120 minutes, after the taxi departs from Ban San Street.
How To Go To Johor Premium Outlets From Legoland Malaysia
If you want to visit JPO after have a half day fun at Legoland Malaysia, you can take shopping & leisure bus, JPO2. The bus route start from CIQ 2nd Link <> Legoland Malaysia <> Hello Kitty Town <> JPO <> Senai Airport.
The fare is RM6 (max) in either direction. It arrives every 3 hours. The bus arrives at Legoland Malaysia is 8:45am, 11.45am, 2:45pm and 5:45pm but may varies depend on traffic condition.
Therefore, make sure you arrive at the bus stop early and plan your trip well. Otherwise, you can take local taxi from Legoland Malaysia to JPO too.
Shopping Mall Near Johor Premium Outlets (JPO)
The nearest shopping mall near JPO is AEON Kulaijaya which is located 6.5km from JPO. It takes about 9 minute drives. It is great place for shopping lovers to buy their stuff at here.
The shopping offers variety of products and retails service such as The Face Shop, Summit, Daiso and etc. Besides that, AEON Kulaijaya also provide TGV Cinema and variety of restaurants for you to dine in. The shopping mall is less crowded if comparing to other shopping malls in Johor Bahru.
Address: PTD 106273, Persiaran Indahpura Utama, Bandar Indahpura, 81000 Kulaijaya, Johor
AEON Careline: 1-300-80-AEON(2366)
Opening Hours:
Sunday to Thursday: 10:00am – 10:00pm
Friday to Saturday: 10:00am – 10:30pm
Airport Near Johor Premium Outlets (JPO)
The nearest airport to JPO is Senai International Airport which is located 8km from JPO. The journey from JPO to the airport is approximately 9 minute drives. The airport serves both local and international destination.
Free WIFI is available at Senai International Airport for 30 minutes. Besides that, many services and facilities are available too such as currency exchange, car rentals service, ATMs, cash machine, prayer rooms, information desk, food & drink outlets and etc.
Water Park Near To Johor Premium Outlet
Johor Premium Outlets is not too far from Legoland Malaysia, Austin Heights Water & Adventure Park and other attractions in Johor Bahru. It is about 24-minute drive to Legoland Malaysia from JPO, thus creating a good day and night travel opportunity.
If you want to travel somewhere in Malaysia for shopping then you should take a look at the Johor Premium Outlets.
This is a popular place to shop at, thanks to the substantial sales that you can find here. You can especially get here through our convenient car hire service no matter where you are in Singapore.
Johor Premium Outlet Review
The Johor Premium Outlets mall is a Genting-Simon property that features dozens of stores that provide products that are 20-60% off of their original prices, depending on where you go or what you are interested in buying.
Several big names in the world of designer fashions have products for sale at this outlet mall. The center has individual stores for such brand names and companies like
Adidas,
Armani,
Brooks Brothers,
DKNY,
Guess,
Coach,
Polo Ralph Lauren,
Roxy,
Versace,
Victoria’s Secret.
You can find these on a mall direction map when you get there.
There are shoes stores such as Clarks, Geox, Skechers and Vincci at this mall. There are a few luxury leather shops in the area including Coach, Fossil, Tumi and Samsonite factory outlet shops. You can also find accessories and jewelry from Tomei and the Swiss Watch Gallery while you are here.
You can enjoy a good meal from any restaurant here while you are shopping at the Johor Premium Outlets. The mall has Absolute Thai, Baskin-Robbins, Kampachi, Taang Shifu and Starbucks. These are all open during regular business hours.
A plan to go from Singapore to Johor Premium Outlets can entail a travel plan from E2 from the northern central part of the city after covering a fare to get through the bridge. In fact, you can get into the area very quickly when you travel into town from Singapore or even from Kuala Lumpur.
The mall is located in a nice spot that is not too crowded and has plenty of outdoor spaces for your shopping desires. If you’re looking for products for sale while in Johor, then this is a quality place to shop at. It’s especially affordable compared to other Malaysian shopping spaces because of the discounts offered here.
Address: Jalan Premium Outlets, Indahpura, 81000 Kulai, Johor, Malaysia
Contact:+607 – 661 8888
Johor Premium Outlet Opening Hours: Monday to Sunday: 10:00am – 10:00pm
